Quinoa is gluten free and it's a wonderfully nutritious source of fibre, protein, iron, zinc and calcium. Botanically, it's actually not a grain - it's a seed, from the same family as beetroot and spinach. You might like to add it to your fruit purées too (just cook it first following the same method as this recipe). It tends to thicken purées, so add as much water or your baby's milk as needed to achieve the desired consistency.

Lentils are an excellent source of protein for your baby.

Select age-appropriate vegetables, meat and fish and adjust amounts according to your baby’s needs.

Select age-appropriate vegetables, meat and fish and adjust amounts according to your baby’s needs.

Lentils are an excellent source of protein for your baby.

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Adding spice and herbs such as garam masala and fresh parsley to your baby's purées is a source of goodness and it also helps your baby become accustomed to new flavours. Exposure to a variety of tastes is particularly crucial in the first year of life when babies are typically more accepting of unfamiliar tastes.

Broccoli nuggets will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

For a gluten free variation: replace breadcrumbs and flour with gluten free options in this recipe.

Please consult your health-care provider before introducing solid foods to your baby.

Lamb is a good iron-rich food for babies, but like many meats, it isn't always an ideal texture or taste for babies, who innately prefer sweeter flavours. Mixing it with fruit makes it more likely to be accepted by your baby.

Wild rice is not a true rice but actually a species of grass. It's a source of fibre, potassium, zinc and antioxidants and makes a nutritious alternative to white rice.

Purée will last for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the fridge. Freeze any leftover purée in individual servings, in airtight containers for up to 3 months.